By Dr Ananya Mandal, MD. The main function of fibroblasts is to produce the extracellular matrix and collagen needed for animal tissues. Together, these form the structural framework of tissues in animals and play an important role in tissue repair.n some cases, epithelial cells may also produce fibroblasts, a process which is referred to as epithelialâmesenchymal transition (EMT). Conversely, fibroblasts sometimes undergo mesenchymalâepithelial transition (MET) to produce epithelia.
And the number one longest running scripted TV show isâ¦. 1. The Simpsons (1989-present) â The yellow-skinned cartoon is officially the longest running TV show in history with 22 years since first premiering with no signs of stopping. Fans have fallen in love with Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie along with the rest of Springfield over the cartoonâs 400+ episodes.
This show started out as a comic strip and eventually was made into an anime. Sazae-san is a Japanese show that currently holds the Guinness World Record for the longest ever running animated show. The show started in 1969 and has over 7000 episodes to date.